MAYUGE — The Minister of State for Gender, Labour and Social Development in charge of Gender and Culture, Hon. Mary Kamuli Kuteesa, has called on the people of Busoga to preserve and promote their cultural heritage as a way of strengthening their identity and contributing to development.
Kuteesa made the call during celebrations marking the 12th coronation anniversary of the Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope IV, held at Mayuge District Headquarters.
The celebrations were held under the theme “Using Culture to Bring Development.”
Kuteesa urged the people of Busoga to value their cultural identity and continue practising traditions that have been passed down through generations.
She encouraged Basoga to embrace traditional practices, including cultural dressing, saying such traditions are an important part of preserving the identity of the people and passing their heritage on to future generations.
The minister also emphasised the importance of making culture meaningful to the development of communities, noting that cultural values can help strengthen unity, identity and social responsibility.
The celebrations brought together cultural leaders, government officials, members of the Busoga community and other invited guests to commemorate the Kyabazinga’s 12 years on the throne.
The occasion also provided an opportunity to reflect on the role of cultural institutions in promoting unity, preserving heritage and supporting development within communities.
During the celebrations, Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope IV also emphasised the importance of investing in young people and ensuring that children remain in school.
He urged parents and community leaders to support children’s education and protect them from challenges that could interfere with their studies, noting that the younger generation has an important role to play in the future of Busoga.
The 12th coronation anniversary therefore combined celebrations of Busoga’s cultural heritage with messages on education, youth empowerment, unity and development.
Kuteesa’s participation highlighted the government’s engagement with cultural institutions and the importance of working with communities to preserve Uganda’s diverse cultural heritage while using it to support social and economic development.
